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Who is Dr. El Kheir, Nephrologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Mohamed El Kheir, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. El Kheir is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Kheir’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Kheir’s office at (502) 350-5000.
Is Dr. El Kheir board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Mohamed El Kheir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. El Kheir speak?
Dr. El Kheir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. El Kheir typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. El Kheir diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. El Kheir. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- High Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hypernatremia
- High Blood Sodium
- Too Much Sodium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. El Kheir typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mohamed El Kheir may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. El Kheir's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. El Kheir accept my insurance?
Dr. El Kheir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 350-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Kheir accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. El Kheir in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
McLaren Health Care
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Indiana
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. El Kheir's office located?
Dr. Mohamed El Kheir's Primary Practice
200 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 350-5000
What is Dr. El Kheir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Kheir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992936561.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Kheir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Kheir
What is Dr. Mohamed El Kheir's specialty?
Dr. El Kheir is a Nephrologist near Louisville, KY.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Mohamed El Kheir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El Kheir is affiliated with Norton Hospital, Norton Clark Hospital, Baptist Health Lexington which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mohamed El Kheir accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Mohamed El Kheir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mohamed El Kheir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Kheir's office at (502) 350-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mohamed El Kheir?
Please contact Dr. El Kheir's office at (502) 350-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mohamed El Kheir have?
Dr. Mohamed El Kheir is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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